Individuals and groups with upcoming projects in the heritage, creative communities or community event space are being invited to apply for funding.

Ashburton District Council grants funds for heritage and community events, and also administers funds on behalf of Creative New Zealand for its creative communities scheme. This funding is for a wide range of projects including craft/object art, literature, visual arts, dance, music, film, theatre and Maori and Pacific arts. Projects can also be in the form of an exhibition performance or workshop.

Applications open for all three categories on Friday 30 July and will be accepted until 5pm, Wednesday 1 September.

For further information see our grants and funding page, contact Council on 307 9646 or email grants@adc.govt.nz